An Investigation Into the Information Received by Patients Undergoing a Gastroscopy in a Large Teaching Hospital in Ireland

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to examine the information received by patients undergoing a gastroscopy. The growing number and complexity of day-case endoscopy increases the need for quality patient information. Provision of patient information reduces anxiety, increases knowledge, improves cooperation during endoscopy and increases compliance with discharge instructions. The study used a descriptive survey with convenience sampling (response rate 66%, N = 137). Patients received most of the standard procedural information (how and why the procedure is carried out), but they received considerably less sensory information (information regarding what they would hear, feel, smell, etc.). In addition, age and gender appeared to affect the amount of information received. Older patients received more procedural information than younger patients, and male patients received more information than female patients. The nurse was the main source of information. The majority of patients (>80%) received adequate information and were satisfied with the information received. Patients also received most of the information verbally on the day of the procedure rather than before admission. This study identified the need for patient information leaflets. The role of the nurse and the effect of age and gender on information provision are important considerations for healthcare professionals.

Pediatric Patient and Parental Anxiety and Impressions Related to Initial Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: A Japanese Multicenter Questionnaire Study

“…Although age- and developmental-appropriate psychological preparation before the procedure is important [ 12 , 13 ], it is difficult to achieve ideal preparation in all facilities in light of the situation in Japan because the number of medical staffs (such as child life specialist) involved in pediatric endoscopy is small. Some studies reported that information provided by endoscopic brochures and leaflets contributed to the reduction of patient's anxiety [ 14 , 15 ]. In a pediatric population, Riddhiputra and Ukarapol reported that preparatory intervention using systemic visual illustration of the technical procedures for children undergoing gastrointestinal endoscopy could significantly reduce parental anxiety [ 16 ].…”

Effects of Video- and Pamphlet-based Patient Educations on Anxiety and Satisfaction Among Candidates for Gastroscopy

“…As the main cause of anxiety is the lack of knowledge about the procedure, providing patients with necessary information can enhance their endoscopy-related knowledge, alleviate their anxiety, and improve their satisfaction. Previous studies showed that providing verbal educations to patients by the treating physicians (8) and nurses (4,(8)(9)(10) through written materials such as pamphlets and brochures (11)(12)(13)(14)(15) or video presentation (16)(17)(18)(19)(20)(21)(22)(23)(24) can significantly alleviate anxiety and improve satisfaction among patients. Callaghan and Chan (2001) also reported that irrespective of its route, patient education is effective in sig-Copyright © 2016, Birjand University of Medical Sciences.…”